Lecturer: MS Finance-Financial Planning Capstone

Davita Inc.; Camden (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Lecturer for its MS in Finance-Financial Planning program, to develop and teach an online capstone course starting Spring 2026. The role involves curriculum development, student interaction, and complies with high academic standards, aiming to combine teaching excellence with real-world financial planning insights.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in finance and/or CFP certification required.
• Experience in online teaching preferred.
• Practical experience in financial planning essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach online capstone course in financial planning.
• Select textbooks, draft syllabus, and organize content in Canvas.
• Engage with students and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Financial planning expertise

Education

Advanced degree in finance

CFP Certification

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Lecturer: MS Finance-Financial Planning Capstone
Department	School of Business - Cmd
Salary Details	Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary	The Finance Area of Rutgers School of Business-Camden seeks applications for a Lecturer to develop and teach a capstone course as part of our online CFP Board Registered MS in Finance-Financial Planning (MSF) graduate degree program, starting in Spring 2026. This position may extend beyond that term. The course will be delivered entirely online in an asynchronous format, and its offering is subject to sufficient enrollment. The purpose of the capstone course is to have financial planning students apply and communicate their knowledge of the CFP Board Principal Knowledge Topics. The capstone course must culminate with the development and presentation of a comprehensive financial plan. The capstone course is required to have the following learning objectives: 1. Formulate a financial plan that demonstrates knowledge of the financial planning curriculum 2. Effectively communicate the financial plan, both orally and in writing 3. Analyze a client's financials, evaluate the client's objectives, and develop an appropriate plan 4. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the financial plan 5. Evaluate the effect of economic, political, and regulatory issues on the financial plan 6. Apply the CFP Board Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct to the financial planning process The capstone course must also cover the following CFP Board's Principal Knowledge Topics 1. Sources of money conflict 2. Principles of counseling 3. General principles of effective communication 4. Crisis events with severe consequences The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching this new course. Course development entails selecting a textbook, drafting a syllabus, recording lecture videos, designing assessments, and organizing the course within Canvas, Rutgers's Learning Management System, in accordance with the school's guidelines for online teaching. The school offers a one-time stipend for course development. A draft of the syllabus must be submitted by August 31, 2025, for review. While teaching the course, the candidate is expected to check for student questions daily and respond within 24 hours, make weekly announcements regarding course content and upcoming deadlines, provide timely feedback on student work, facilitate student interactions, offer virtual office hours as needed, and comply with grade submission policies and deadlines.
Position Status	Part Time
Posting Number	25FA0178
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Qualifications

Applicants must possess an advanced degree in finance and/or the CFP (Certified Financial Planner) certification, in addition to a bachelor's degree. Proven sustained engagement as a full-time professional or consultant in the areas of finance applicable to this position is required for future teaching assignments.

Evidence of excellence in teaching, especially in an online environment, is preferred. Practical experience in financial planning is required.

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

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Overview
Statement	The Rutgers School of Business-Camden's (RSBC) mission is to develop ethical, inclusive, and transformative business leaders. As one of two leading business schools in Rutgers University, RSBC is deeply entrenched as a key partner with South Jersey corporations and communities. Our excellent faculty are subject matter experts whose intellectual contributions enrich academia and the practice of business. RSBC's graduate and undergraduate programs reflect a healthy mix of on-campus and online programs that develop our workforce and future leaders with the most current business knowledge and practice. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our students, faculty, and staff, as well as our creation of an inclusive environment that delivers rich learning opportunities and experiences which cares for the whole person. RSBC's location provides access to more than 30 Fortune 500 companies in the New Jersey-Philadelphia region. The Small Business Development Center and Professional and Executive Education (PEER) units provide value-added partnerships with corporate and community stakeholders that enrich both our teaching and research. The integration of excellence in teaching, research, and service positions RSBC as a powerhouse at a regional and national level.

Posting Details

Applications must be submitted electronically and should include the following: 1) a cover letter, 2) a resume or CV, and 3) teaching ratings, if available.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/245270
Campus	Rutgers University-Camden
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Camden
City	Camden,
State	NJ
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